Product Listings for Forestry - Laboratory Equipment

By using specially designed simulated tree cores, students develop a basic knowledge of the principle of tree ring dating. Students will also discover the important effects of the climate on living th...

The ten divisions of the plant kingdom are represented on this poster with large, detailed illustrations and accompanying descriptions. Extinct species which are of special importance to paleontologis...

The unique branching system on this poster shows examples of all insect orders and includes brief descriptions and illustrations of common species. The poster also includes a section focusing on insec...

This outstanding rock identification chart explains that each type of rock is the result of a specific mixture of minerals subjected to a clearly defined geological process. The bulk of the poster is ...

Features 162 specimens, carefully selected to include those most likely to be encountered by collectors. Photos show a diversity of color, habit, lustre and crystals and are presented by class: native...

This poster presents the most widespread North American species of snakes. It makes it easy to tell if a particular snake is a threat, as the graphic design divides them into non-venomous (green backg...

Provides a complete set of visual, digital and hands-on resources designed to support teacher instruction and provide students with the skills to master key concepts on Protists and Pond Microlife. Us...

Provides a complete set of visual, digital and hands-on resources designed to support teacher instruction and provide students with the skills to master key concepts on Food Chains. Used in combinatio...

This series of simple, highly visual lab activities introduce students to the effects of acids and bases on litmus indicators, indicator solutions, and natural indicators. The activities begin by disc...

Removes blood, fats, soils, and grime from glass, porcelain, metal, rubber, fiberglass, and plastic. Can be used on soft metals such as copper, aluminum, zinc, and magnesium, if rinsed promptly. Leave...

Removes blood, fats, soils, and grime from glass, porcelain, metal, rubber, fiberglass, and plastic. Can be used on soft metals such as copper, aluminum, zinc, and magnesium, if rinsed promptly. Leave...

Removes oil, grit, grime, fats, oils, blood, chemicals, and solvents that may affect results. For use with glass, metal, stainless steel, porcelain, plastic, and fiberglass. Can be used on soft metals...

The ideal personal flashlight. Can be balanced on end for convenient hands-free lighting. Only 6 long fits easily into a pocket, purse, briefcase, suitcase, or glove box. Same features as the origina...

Bring the excitement of exploring and navigation to your classroom with this easy-to-understand, basic guide to orienteering. Pre-school, primary, and secondary grade levels in all curriculum areas ca...

The ultimate RPN scientific programmable calculator! Allows you to switch between RPN (Reverse Polish Notation) and algebraic entry-system logic at any time. The HP 35s is completely programmable and ...

Use for calculating water flow through steel, cast iron, non-ferrous, plastic, asbestos, cement, concrete, vitrified and coated pipes and also open channels in earth, rock, concrete, metal, and wood. ...

Automatically switches from solar to battery power in low light! Features percent and square root keys, an oversized + key, plus eight-digit display and three-key memory. All keys are made of non-slip...

Youll get professional results every time with the Measure Master Pro! Work and convert in all dimensional formats including feet-inch-fractions, decimal inches, fractions, yards, meters, centimeters,...

These affordable count up individual student timers feature an easy-to-read display in hundredths/seconds, auto shut-off when not in use, and a belt clip, magnet and stand on the back of the case. Inc...

Everything you need to conduct your own water monitoring program! The kit includes a high quality student water sampling bottle, a turbidity tube with miniature secchi disc, a leaf pack with flashcard...

Collecting and studying soil samples has never been easier! Take a temperature reading with the soil thermometer and a soil sample with the soil probe. Determine soil color and nomenclature with the s...

Gain a new appreciation for forests and trees! Kit includes a Tree Finder illustrated manual to determine species, a tangent height gauge and 50m measuring tape to figure heights, and a diameter tape....

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By Sarah Ruiz As a tool open to everyone, GFWs maps and data have been used in some creative ways. Dr. George Olah, a conservation geneticist and wildlife filmmaker, employed GFW to help tell the story of one of South Americas most iconic birds in his recent film, The Macaw Kingdom. He has been researching […] The post Macaws, Movies, and a Legacy of Environmental Protection: Q&A with Dr. George Olah, Part 1 appeared first on Global Forest Watch Blog . ...

By Sarah Ruiz, Liz Goldman and Thailynn Munroe Spurred by the media attention surrounding fires burning in the Amazon, people are starting to wonder if this intense heat is a global trend. A first glance at the Global Forest Watch (GFW) Fires map shows an aggressive splash of fire alerts across the globe, giving the […] The post Placing Global Wildfires into Local Context appeared first on Global Forest Watch Blog . ...

Leia em Portugues aqui. By Mikaela Weisse and Sarah Ruiz The thousands of fires burning in the Brazilian Amazon got global attention this week, both in the media and online, where the hashtag #prayforamazonia earned more than 150,000 mentions in one day. But what can satellite data tell us about what is really happening in […] The post What Can Global Forest Watch Tell Us About the Fires in Brazil appeared first on Global Forest Watch Blog . ...

By Nancy Harris, Donna Lee, Thailynn Munroe and Sarah Ruiz Hundreds of communities across the US are developing ambitious climate action plans to reduce their greenhouse gas (GHG) emissions, but most overlook a critical piece of the puzzle: trees. Across the US, forests and trees offset 13 percent of national emissions. With improved conservation, restoration […] The post Hundreds of US Communities are Making Climate Action Plans, but Few Include Forests appeared first on Global Fores...

By Frances Seymour and David Gibbs The IPCCs Special Report on Climate Change, Desertification, Land Degradation, Sustainable Land Management, Food Security, and Greenhouse Gas Fluxes in Terrestrial Ecosystems has just been released. One thing you dont see in the title is any reference to forests or deforestation. As in much of the summary of the report itself, […] The post Forests in the IPCC Special Report on Land Use: 7 Things to Know appeared first on Global Forest...

By Sarah Ruiz Since its launch in 2014, Global Forest Watchs data and tools have been used by millions of people across the globe. From apps to research reports to documentaries, users have creatively incorporated GFWs datasets into their projects. Here are five of our favorite projects, recently selected from our User Story Contest, that […] The post 5 Creative Projects Using GFW to Protect Forests appeared first on Global Forest Watch Blog . ...